Chapter 14
That afternoon, Christian arrived at the sheriff's office carrying a large box of legal documentation regarding the country club assault case.
He stepped into Sarah's office just as she was reviewing a map of the county district.
"You look like a woman who is finally reclaiming her territory," Christian noted with a warm smile, leaning against the doorframe.
Sarah looked up, returning his smile as she closed the map folder.
"It feels like I can finally breathe again, Christian," Sarah admitted honestly.
"Phoebe's defense team offered a plea deal this morning—guilty to third-degree assault in exchange for community service and probation."
Christian's expression instantly hardened, his jaw tightening with controlled displeasure.
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"Probation? After what she did to you in front of your son?" Christian shook his head firmly.
"That's not justice. I'll instruct my legal team to block any plea deal that doesn't include mandatory prison time."
